Institutes & Initiatives

RERI performs economic research, analysis and forecasting for various organizations in Southwest Florida. The Institute has published many works, including a monthly Southwest Florida economic report and a quarterly business climate survey report.

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The Lucas Institute was established to reflect the important role that real estate development plays in the Southwest Florida economy and to address the need for a graduate degree program to prepare students for the challenges in this highly competitive industry. The institute works closely with the Real Estate Investment Society (REIS) of Southwest Florida. Links to both websites are below.

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The IFE is an advocate for student entrepreneurship and innovation. Students learn how to identify and evaluate a business opportunity, write a business plan, identify and acquire required resources and build the firm into an enduring company.

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The iTi, with the sponsorship of the Department of Defense and private industry, has developed on-demand, online, mobile, portable courses and systems applications and tools for learning from anywhere, anytime.

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We are a customer-driven organization of business professionals, dedicated to helping small businesses succeed, by enthusiastically providing creative solutions which exceed customer, employee, and stakeholders’ expectations.

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A spirit of adventure, a sense of purpose and a commitment to positive values and unending personal growth are the building blocks of the Uncommon Friends Foundation Inc.

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